Alabama Homelessness Statistics
As of January 2018, Alabama had an estimated 3434 experiencing homelessness on any given day, as reported by Continuums of Care to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Of that Total, 280 were family households, 339 were Veterans, 158 were unaccompanied young adults (aged 18-24), and 540 were individuals experiencing chronic homelessness.
Public school data reported to the U.S. Department of Education during the 2016-2017 school year shows that an estimated 14112 public school students experienced homelessness over the course of the year. Of that total, 675 students were unsheltered, 735 were in shelters, 681 were inhotels/motels, and 12021 were doubled up.
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If you are experiencing homelessness, please contact the Continuum of Care in your local area for assistance.